Yoel Zussman
Polish-Israeli judge and legal scholar
Born
October 24th, 1910
114 years ago
Died
1982
43 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Israel
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Born in Poland, a legal scholar and judge significantly contributed to the legal system in Israel. Graduated from the University of Warsaw, specializing in law, and later relocated to Mandatory Palestine. Played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Israeli judiciary and was a member of the first cohort of justices in the Supreme Court of Israel. Zussman served as a judge in several key cases that shaped Israeli law. Also held prominent positions in various legal institutions and was deeply involved in legal education and scholarship.
Served as a judge in the Supreme Court of Israel
Contributed to the establishment of Israeli law
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